Altynbayeva A, Gabdullina K. Sociological analysis of military education in Kazakhstan. Sci Herald Uzhhorod Univ Ser Phys. 2024;(56):1531-1541. DOI: 10.54919/physics/56.2024.153aj1
Sociological analysis of military education in Kazakhstan
Akzhurek Altynbayeva, Kanapiya Gabdullina
https://doi.org/10.54919/physics/56.2024.153aj1
Abstract
Relevance. High-quality military education, which guarantees the creation of effective armed forces capable of repelling threats to national security, is one of the main factors in determining the strength and influence of a state in the international arena.
Purpose. The purpose of the study was to determine the features and specifics of military education in Kazakhstan by studying the activities of military educational institutions and departments in large cities of the country.
Methodology. The study used system-analytical method, with the help of which it became possible to consider the basic characteristics of the military education system in Kazakhstan; and the historical method, facilitating the analysis of the process of training in military specialities over time.
Results. The determining factors and prerequisites for the formation and development of the independent armed forces of the Republics of Kazakhstan were identified and the state's military education system was characterized at all levels, from school to postgraduate education and advanced training courses. Key points in the processes of transformation of state military education were identified, in particular regarding the reorganization of a number of higher military institutions and the creation of a state higher educational institution – National University of Defence of the First President of the Republic of Kazakhstan – Elbasy. The effectiveness of the military sector was measured using qualitative and quantitative indicators. Additionally, the main military specialities and faculties offered in higher educational institutions in major cities were listed.
Conclusions. This study covered the main directions, issues, tasks, and methods of the educational process in Kazakh military universities. It also examined the development of military education in Turkey and Russia, identifying key factors affecting their educational systems. The findings and conclusions can serve as a practical foundation for enhancing national programs to train military specialists in Kazakhstan and other countries.
Keywords: army training; higher education institutions; specialized departments; military science; national security
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